Accounting Director

Salary :

Activity area : Industrial and manufacturing

Post category : Accounting, Finance and Insurance

Province : Quebec

Region : Eastern Townships

Recruiter : Cathy Lavoie

Contact us : clavoie@st-amour.com

Job description :

Work location: Estrie / Beauce – On-site (1 day remote)

Position type: Permanent

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in Québec, is looking for an Accounting Director to join its leadership team. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, this individual will be central to the organization’s financial operations and will play a strategic role in optimizing accounting practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the full accounting cycle, including the preparation of financial statements
• Ensure the integrity of internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manage the organization’s cash flow and financial risks
• Participate in the budgeting and forecasting process
• Oversee tax matters and coordinate external audits
• Coordinate insurance renewals and administer policies
• Participate in financing activities and manage credit agreements and financial assistance
• Optimize accounting processes, systems, and practices through technology
• Mobilize and lead a team of approximately 7 to 8 people

Terms and Benefits:

• Permanent position, on-site with one remote day per week
• Retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer contribution
• Comprehensive group insurance
• Generous bonus program
• Relocation support available for candidates from outside the region

Skills and qualifications :

• University degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in team management
• ERP (SAP an asset), Power BI and advanced Excel
• Experience with month-end closing and cost control
• Mobilizing leadership, financial rigor, and sound judgment
• Languages: Advanced French; Professional English